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Canagliflozin + Metformin
INFORMATION ABOUT CANAGLIFLOZIN + METFORMIN
Canagliflozin + Metformin Uses
Canagliflozin+Metformin is used in the treatment of .
How Canagliflozin + Metformin works
Canagliflozin + Metformin is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines. Canagliflozin works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine. Metformin is also an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide). It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying sugar (glucose) absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. This is how it helps to control the level of blood sugar in the body.
Common side effects of Canagliflozin + Metformin
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Urinary tract infection, Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Flatulence, Headache, Vaginal yeast infection, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Polyuria
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Subita Alagh
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
27 Sep 2022 | 01:38 PM (UTC)
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